Azzure 100mg Injection for injection is used for treating adults with Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) if they are considered ineligible for stem cell transplant. In Myelodysplastic Syndrome, the bone marrow does not produce healthy blood cells due to its lack of function. Acute Myeloid Leukemia is a type of bone marrow cancer caused by the release of incompletely formed blood cells into the bloodstream.
Uses of Azzure 100mg Injection
- Treatment of Acute Myeloid Leukemia with 20-30% blasts in patients who are not eligible for Haemopoietic stem cell transplant
- Intermediate-2 and High-risk Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)
Therapeutic Effects of Azzure 100mg Injection
In MDS and AML, the development of tumor cells is caused by the process of transcriptional repression of various genes, which is due to hypermethylation of DNA. Transcriptional repression is a process where proteins bind directly or indirectly to DNA and control the activity of copying a specific gene or a set of genes. The active form of Azzure 100mg Injection binds to RNA and DNA, interrupts their activity in actively multiplying cells, and exhibits a toxic effect on cancer cells.
Interaction of Azzure 100mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Azzure 100 mg injection and cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Azzure 100mg Injection
Store at room temperature (15-30°C). If the product is reconstituted, it must be used immediately; if not, store at 2-8°C for not more than 8 hours. Keep the injection out of sight and reach of children.
How to consume Azzure 100mg Injection
Take Azzure 100mg Injection only under the supervision of your physician. Your physician will decide the dose based on your height, weight, and general condition. Azzure 100mg Injection shall be given under the skin of your thigh, stomach, or upper arm.
Safety Advices for Azzure 100mg Injection
Pregnancy
Azzure 100mg Injection could be harmful to the unborn fetus. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not intended for patients on Azzure 100mg Injection therapy. Consult your physician for advice.
Lungs
It is not known whether it is safe to administer Azzure 100mg Injection in lung failure patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Inform your physician if you have been told that you have a tumor in the liver cells.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azzure 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
It is unsafe to drive after taking this injection as it causes dizziness and patients lack concentration and alertness. So, avoid driving and handling heavy machinery after taking Azzure 100 mg injection.